Custom wavefront LASIK is now a FDA-approved procedure. In Los Angeles, Custom LASIK is performed by Dr Brian Boxer Wachler, one of the world's leading specialists in wavefront guided custom LASIK surgery. 20/20 is considered perfect vision and today's LASIK can often create better than perfect vision. Custom LASIK maps the "fingerprint" of each person's vision imperfections, then smoothes out the fingerprint using wavefront technology with the laser. Dr. Boxer Wachler has pioneered the use of wavefront LASIK to correct vision problems, including halos, from LASIK done with earlier laser technology. He published the landmark LASIK studies with wider diameter laser optical zones which are used for "Anti-Halo LASIK" as well as "Wavefront guided LASIK treatments."
BWVI was one of the first facilities in the United States to acquire this advanced FDA-approved technology. Dr. Boxer Wachler has been selected as one the few surgeons in the country to teach other surgeons custom wavefront LASIK by Alcon, the world's largest eyecare company.
LASIK involves creating a thin flap in the outer layer of the cornea. The flap is carefully moved aside and the laser is used to reshape the cornea. The flap is replaced and bonds without stitches. It is typically a painless 5-10 minute procedure that requires no needles or shots, only numbing drops. LASIK can treat nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism, and partially treat presbyopia (age related loss of close vision).
At the Boxer Wachler Vision Institute, we are committed to superceding the average standard of care. Safety is of utmost importance and we have taken every measure to ensure that you will receive the highest quality of care available in today's industry. All-laser LASIK with Intralase is an option for select patients.
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| Room Air Filtration System |
Eliminate risk of airborne contamination of particles, bacteria, viruses |
| Sterile flapmaker for each eye |
Reduce risk of infection |
| Latest generation flapmaker |
Create predictable, customized flaps |
| Infrared pupil measuring equipment |
Minimize glare and halo risk with industry guidelines developed by Dr. Boxer Wachler |
Flying spot laser
- Eye-tracker scans eye position 4000 times/second
- Capable of large treatment diameters
- Computerized flap protector
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Create smooth laser treatment
- Precisely follow any eye movements during treatment
- Minimize risk of halos/glare and nighttime vision difficulties
- Protects flap from laser pulses during the procedure
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| Calibrate laser between each eye (not just between patients) |
Maximizes accuracy of results |
| Preventative maintenance of equipment |
Ensure optimal function of diagnostic and surgical equipment |
